It’s every traveler's worst nightmare: looking up at the departure board and seeing the dreaded red text blinking "DELAYED" or worse, "CANCELED." Most passengers simply sigh, accept a $10 food voucher from the airline counter, and waste hours in the terminal. But what airlines don't want you to know is that they might owe you cold, hard cash.
1. Know Your Rights (EC 261)
If you are flying within, to, or from Europe (or on a European airline), you are protected by the EC 261 regulation. If your flight is delayed for more than 3 hours, and the delay is the airline's fault (like technical issues, not bad weather), you are legally entitled to compensation ranging from €250 to €600.
2. The Hassle of Claiming Money
While the law is on your side, airlines make the claims process incredibly frustrating. They will ignore emails, ask for excessive documentation, and drag out the process for months hoping you will give up.
This is where specialized legal services come in. Instead of fighting a massive corporation on your own, you can let experts handle the paperwork on a "no win, no fee" basis.
Claim Your Compensation ✈️
Did you have a disrupted flight in the last 3 years? Check if you are owed up to €600. AirHelp fights the airline for you.
Check Your Flight3. Calculating Your Payout
European compensation is always quoted in Euros. If you are sitting at the gate and want to know exactly how much that €600 translates to in your home currency, simply open your Currencie app. Our offline calculator will instantly show you the real-time value, giving you a silver lining to an otherwise stressful travel day.